Director, Sysco Brand Portfolio - GSC - US
Houston, TX
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Company name US6469 Sysco Payroll, Division of Sysco Resources Services, LLCCompensation Range The pay range provided is not indicative of Sysco’s actual pay range but is merely algorithmic and provided for generalized comparison. Factors that may be used to determine rate of pay include specific skills, work location, work experience and other individualized factors
Job Profile Summary The Director, Sysco Brand Portfolio Assortment creates a strategy for our brand’s portfolio based on analysis, market and category insights as well as managing to the business priorities. This position is responsible for making informed decisions specific to our existing portfolio that take into consideration the unique aspects of the communities in which we do business and the customers we serve, while collaborating with internal business partners. This role is also responsible for innovation and new product development, creating newness in an already vast and diverse product assortment.
Description
Job Summary:
The Director, Sysco Brand Portfolio Assortment creates a strategy for our brand’s portfolio based on analysis, market and category insights as well as managing to the business priorities. This position is responsible for making informed decisions specific to our existing portfolio that take into consideration the unique aspects of the communities in which we do business and the customers we serve, while collaborating with internal business partners. This role is also responsible for innovation and new product development, creating newness in an already vast and diverse product assortment.
Duties and Responsibilities:
In partnership with the VP of Branding and Sr Director of Brand Strategy, develop an assortment strategy across entire Sysco brand portfolio, leveraging existing and creating new tools required to support the work
Synthesize assortment across brands and tiers ensuring consistency and minimizing duplication where possible, ensuring positive P&L outcomes while meeting customer expectations
Partner with local and commercial merchandising teams – ensuring market, operating sites, category and supplier inputs are considered where relevant
Develop & implement an innovation roadmap equating to differentiation + incremental growth within the portfolio
Responsible for defining item lifecycle management process to ensure disciplined approaches including new introductions and thoughtful retirement process
Education Required:
Bachelor’s required
Education Preferred:
MBA preferred
Experience Required:
8-10+ years branding marketing strategy experience with proven ability working in a highly matrixed organization
Experience Preferred:
8-10+ years branding marketing strategy experience with proven ability working in a highly matrixed organization
Technical Skills and Abilities:
Proven ability to establish credibility and influence executive-level stakeholders as well as the ability to work across boundaries and lead through influence
Leader/doer with the ability to operate effectively and influence others in a matrix organization
Self-starter with a strong ability to lead and develop a new team
Experience in a startup-like environment and ability to foresee the needs of the organization, plan accordingly and direct the team to achieve quick wins and long term success
Professional attitude, service orientation, strong work ethic; superb team player
Excels in nebulous environments where the path to address a problem is not always clear or direct
Approaches every problem with an outside-in perspective first and does not allow the status quo to influence your analysis
Strong interpersonal, leadership, communication, and presentation skills
Strong understanding of finance, pricing, supply chain management, and operations
Strong project leadership and management background
Excellent analytic and problem-solving skills
Experience using Microsoft Word, Excel and PowerPoint
Language Required:
English required
Physical Demands:
Reasonable accommodations will be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of this job.
Work Environment:
Standard / corporate office
Overview Sysco is the global leader in foodservice distribution. With over 71,000 colleagues and a fleet of over 13,000 vehicles, Sysco operates approximately 333 distribution facilities worldwide and serves more than 700,000 customer locations. We offer our colleagues the opportunity to grow personally and professionally, to contribute to the success of a dynamic organization, and to serve others in a manner that exceeds their expectations. We’re looking for talented, hard-working individuals to join our team. Come grow with us and let us show you why Sysco is at the heart of food and service.
AFFIRMATIVE ACTION STATEMENT Applicants must be currently authorized to work in the United States. We are proud to be an Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action employer, and consider qualified applicants without regard to race, color, creed, religion, ancestry, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, disability, veteran status or any other protected factor under federal, state or local law. This opportunity is available through Sysco Corporation, its subsidiaries and affiliates.
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